Fermented fish

‘Fesikh’: The smelly fermented fish many Egyptians love forever no matter what

Sun, 20 Apr 2025 - 11:36 GMT

Sham El-Nessim is only one day away and when it comes to fesikh, people are either passionate fans or staunch haters.

Nabaruh: Egyptian capital of Fesikh

Sat, 01 May 2021 - 03:55 GMT

Fesikh or fermented fish has been a Sham El-Nessim tradition for many decades, not only in Egypt, but in other countries too.

100% increase in salted fish prices ahead of Sham El-Nassim

Mon, 17 Apr 2017 - 11:02 GMT

The price of salted fish rose roughly 100 percent in local markets as Egyptians prepare to celebrate Sham El-Nessim, an Egyptian spring festival.

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